On this special bonus episode of Lipps Service, Scott sits down with a Lipps Service veteran, longtime friend, and blistering rock ‘n’ roller — Luke Spiller. Famously known as the electric frontman of British rock band The Struts, Luke is getting ready for the release of his debut solo record, Love Will Probably Kill Me Before Cigarettes and Wine. The two get into everything behind the making of the new album, which is slated to be released on April 25. They discuss Luke’s journey of going solo, how he met Scott, and why he wanted to make his own record outside of the band. He talks about his relationships with Jason Falkner of Jellyfish (Scott’s favorite band!) and the late Taylor Hawkins of Foo Fighters. He also tells the stories behind a few of the new songs, including the title-track and “Devil In Me.” To close, Luke lists his top 5 solo albums from a lead singer of a band. Tune into a friendly and exciting conversation with Luke Spiller!
Timestamps
01:44 - Journey to solo album & how Luke and Scott met
02:11 - Starting the album in 2020
02:44 - Why he went solo
04:18 - How he decides if it’s a Struts song or a solo song
05:05 - Themes of love on the record
06:00 - “Love Will Probably Kill Me Before Cigarettes and Wine”
07:12 - Jason Falkner
07:49 - Taylor Hawkins
09:11 - Bond theme ideas for the record
10:36 - “Devil in Me"
12:22 - Mel’s Diner
14:07 - Lyricism on the record
15:31 - Going solo
17:00 - Taylor Hawkins, “Angel Like You” & Shane Hawkins
20:21 - The Sun Rose shows in LA
21:00 - Top 5 solo albums from a lead singer of a band
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Credits
Host Scott Lipps
Edited by Steven Meiers
Music by Robby Hoff
Produced by Marisa Whitaker
Recorded at Melrose Podcasts LA
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